Kassaundra Richmond
Shawnee
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA/CNA
The Regency skilled nursing and therapy
Shawnee
06.2024 - Current
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Conducted physical assessments including measurements of height, weight, temperature and pulse rate; reported any changes in condition to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges, including obtaining vital signs, medical histories and insurance information.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing new developments in medicine or changes in policies and procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Observed patients' conditions closely; reported any changes in status or behavior immediately.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks such as changing linens, stocking rooms and transporting patients when necessary.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
CMA/CNA
Heritage at brandon place
Oklahoma City
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Conducted physical assessments including measurements of height, weight, temperature and pulse rate; reported any changes in condition to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges, including obtaining vital signs, medical histories and insurance information.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing new developments in medicine or changes in policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Observed patients' conditions closely; reported any changes in status or behavior immediately.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks such as changing linens, stocking rooms and transporting patients when necessary.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiration rate and blood pressure; recorded results in patient charts accurately and promptly.
CMA/CNA
The Timbers skilled nursing and therapy
Edmond
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Conducted physical assessments including measurements of height, weight, temperature and pulse rate; reported any changes in condition to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Provided direct patient care by assisting with treatments and administering medications as directed by physicians.
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges, including obtaining vital signs, medical histories and insurance information.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing new developments in medicine or changes in policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Observed patients' conditions closely; reported any changes in status or behavior immediately.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks such as changing linens, stocking rooms and transporting patients when necessary.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiration rate and blood pressure; recorded results in patient charts accurately and promptly.
CNA
Willow Creek Nursing Home
Guthrie
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
Shawnee05-2018
Skills
- Patient education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient record management
- HIPAA compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Emotional support
- Team communication
- Time management
- Vital signs and examinations
- Proper sterilization techniques
- Trustworthy companion
- Monitoring patient progress
- General housekeeping
Affiliations
- Reading
- Painting
- Swimming
Accomplishments
- Vice President of Writers block after school club my senior year of high school
- Honor band
- Wrote two articles for local newspapers
Certification
- CNA
- CMA
Timeline
CMA/CNA
The Regency skilled nursing and therapy
06.2024 - Current
CMA/CNA
The Timbers skilled nursing and therapy
11.2023 - 06.2024
CMA/CNA
Heritage at brandon place
02.2023 - 11.2024
CNA
Willow Creek Nursing Home
11.2020 - 03.2023
- CNA
- CMA
High School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
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